Jacob vs Parker

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jacob

Boy #41 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Supplanter; one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #97 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"keeper of the park, park ranger"

Origin: Old French (parcier)

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Jacob Rank #41

Parker Rank #97

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 vs #97 for Parker.

Is Jacob or Parker more popular?

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 compared to Parker at #97 in the United States.

What do Jacob and Parker mean?

Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Parker means "keeper of the park, park ranger" (Old French (parcier) origin).

Are Jacob and Parker boy or girl names?

Jacob is primarily a boy name. Parker is primarily a boy name.